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Pharmacy education in Jordan.

Qais Alefan¹, Osama Y Alshogran¹, Samar J Melhem²

¹Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan.

The International Journal of Pharmacy Practice

|December 9, 2025

Summary

Pharmacy education in Jordan is growing, with numerous programs available. Enhancing clinical training and research is crucial for future workforce development.

Keywords:

CPD education career choices professional training teaching methods

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Area of Science:

Pharmaceutical Sciences
Higher Education
Health Workforce Development

Background:

Jordan's pharmacy education sector has expanded to meet national growth and healthcare demands.
Pharmacy programs are vital for supplying professionals across various sectors in Jordan.
The country relies on these programs for its community, clinical, academic, industrial, and regulatory needs.

Purpose of the Study:

To comprehensively review the current state of pharmacy education and practice in Jordan.
To examine training pathways, accreditation processes, and licensure requirements.
To explore career opportunities for pharmacy graduates in Jordan.

Main Methods:

A narrative review methodology was employed.
Analysis included national regulations, institutional documents, relevant literature, and professional reports.

Main Results:

Jordan has 18 faculties offering Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) degrees, with two also offering Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) programs.
Admission is centrally regulated, with training encompassing extensive coursework and practical experience.
Graduates are employed in diverse settings, but challenges persist, including limited clinical roles and curriculum-labor market misalignment. Research activity is growing.
Postgraduate studies (MSc, PhD) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) are available. Accreditation and licensure are managed by national bodies.

Conclusions:

Pharmacy education in Jordan is experiencing expansion.
Strengthening clinical training, specialization, research capacity, and workforce planning is essential for future progress.